Screenwriting News (September 17 — September 23, 2018)

The week’s writing deals and movie project news.

Justin Benson scripted science fiction thriller “Synchronic” with Rustic Films to star Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan.

Alice Birch adapting 2014 drama novel “The Kept” for Imperative Entertainment with Angelina Jolie to produce and star.

Holly Brix sells thriller spec script “Happy Anniversary” to Paramount Pictures.

Ben Collins and Luke Piotrowski adapted horror short “Milk” for New Line Cinema with James Wan producing and Santiago Menghini to direct.

Mario Correa rewriting drama “Dry Run” for Participant Media with Todd Haynes directing.

Wendy Molyneux and Lizzie Molyneux adapting comedy novel “The People We Hate At The Wedding” for FilmNation Entertainment and Michael De Luca Productions.